This 1-2-1 bespoke, guest-led masterclass is tailored entirely around what you want to learn. Whether you are curious about growing a single tea plant, establishing a small plantation, understanding processing techniques, or exploring flavour development, your time is shaped around your interests, skill level, and personal goals.
Hosted by Jonathon Jones OBE, the head gardener behind The Most British Tea In History, this private session goes far beyond a standard guide. Before your visit, your interests are discussed and the experience is designed around them - from hands-on horticulture and plant selection to microclimate analysis, harvesting, and tea processing.
Set within the unique microclimate of Tregothnan, you’ll gain rare insight into the estate’s botanical history and the story behind the UK’s pioneering tea gardens, while receiving practical, tailored guidance you can apply directly to your own growing ambitions.
No two sessions are alike, because no two guests want to learn the same thing.
Lunch and refreshments included.
Cancellations: Full refunds available with at least 7 days’ notice.
Rescheduling: Bookings can be rescheduled up to 48 hours before the event.
Booking Deadline: Online booking closes 7 days before the event.
Last-Minute Bookings: For booking requests within this time, please call us directly – subject to availability.
Children:Open to children aged 10 and over. Must be accompanied with a paying adult
Event Changes: Tregothnan reserves the right to cancel or amend the event if necessary. If Tregothnan cancel the experience (for example due to weather, safety concerns or other operational reasons), we will offer you the choice of an alternative date/time or a full refund.
Start Time, Duration & Meeting Point: The tour starts promptly at the agreed time from the designated meeting point at The Reading Room (International Tea Centre, TR3 6AR). We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before the start time. Late arrivals may not be able to join the tour and may forfeit the booking.
Terrain, Fitness & Accessibility: The route includes uneven surfaces and steep inclines and declines. Good walking footwear (preferably boots) is mandatory. While we strive to provide an inclusive and accessible experience for all, please note that the historic nature of the village presents some limitations. We encourage guests with specific accessibility needs to contact our team in advance, so we can discuss your requirements and adapt tours and experiences wherever possible to ensure your comfort and enjoyment.
Conduct & Safety
- You agree to follow all instructions given by the tour host/guide.
- You must act in a manner which does not endanger yourself, other guests, wildlife or the environment.
- We reserve the right to exclude any person whose behaviour is inappropriate, dangerous or disruptive - in such case no refund will be issued.
- The tour takes place in a natural outdoor environment. There are inherent risks including uneven ground, slopes, changing weather, insects etc. You accept and assume these risks and agree not to hold us liable beyond the limits set out here.
Weather, Force Majeure & Changes
- We may need to adjust the route, schedule or start time due to weather, safety, or other operational reasons. We will use reasonable efforts to provide notice.
- If we cancel the tour due to circumstances beyond our control we will offer an alternative date/time or refund.
